Around the steel no tortur'd worm shall twine, No blood of living insect
stain my line; Let me, less cruel, cast the feather'd hook, With pliant
rod athwart the pebbled brook, Silent along the mazy margin stray, And
with the fur-wrought fly delude the prey. John Gay 1720

Hidden in the
lush, brushy, back country of Eastern Washington's wheat fields, lies an
desert oasis of
beautiful trout streams. Thriving within these arid region waterways,
lives a variety of game fish. Several species of trout which include, Rainbows,
German Browns, Cutt-Bows, Cutthroats and the occasional Brooke Trout can all
be found throughout these desert creeks. The fish here average 8 to15 inches, while others top the
scale and grow massive, boasting body weight exceeding six pounds.

Warm water temperatures throughout
the year produce tremendous insect activity and the trout in these back
country creeks grow very rapidly. Midges,
Mayflies, Caddisflies and Stoneflies make up a majority of the trout feed
thriving within the streams. Many of these species will hatch throughout
the year.

Desert
Information

Fly Fishing Only
Regulation

Catch & Release

Open Year Round

Scuds and leeches are a viable commodity the entire year and an important
food organism here.
Their existence in these small, streams most likely numbers in the
millions. Lush, thick green grasses grow up along
the banks in many areas of these temperate little streams, so
terrestrial life flourishes here. During the warm months of
summer, Grasshoppers, ants and beetles
in a variety of colors and sizes are an important part of the food
chain. They are a highly preferred food source, especially when the
hot stagnate desert sun is blistering across the Columbia Basin.

Desert Creeks Aquatic Food Forms

Blue
Wing Olive

Pale
Morning Dun

Hoppers

Scud

Crayfish

Yellow Sally

One other important aquatic
food element in these small chain of desert streams is the Crayfish.
These small, fragile trout retreats that meander across the central
portion of our state are teaming with freshwater crustaceans.
The Crayfish is a highly desirable resource and trout of all sizes
dine on these freshwater lobsters whenever the opportunity arises.
During specific times throughout the year, Crayfish begin a molting process and
shed the outer layer of their fleshy skin. When this occurs they
become very soft, supple and highly vulnerable. Their hard shell that
was once a barrier of protective armor is now easy to pierce and
digest. It is during the molting season when fishing patterns
to imitate these bottom dwelling creatures can produce large size
trout from these small desert streams.

Water flows are consistent
most of the year, due to the massive lakes that surround this part of
the state. Irrigation systems for grassland farmers also
envelop the area, so at times the creeks are dewatered for farming
purposes. Wading these small streams is very easy and generally
recommended. I won't kid you, this is reptile country.
Snakes and other slivering amphibious creatures live and thrive in the Eastern
Washington Desert. Chances are you won't encounter one
during the day, but if you going looking for one their not hard to
find.

Warm water temperatures
during the late spring may cause an algae bloom and the rocks
in the river can become very slick. Wading these small
streams with a good studded felt sole is highly recommended.
A light weight, shorter length fly rod is ideal and in most
instances recommended, due to the excessively high, grassy
banks. If you don't own a light weight creek rod, Worley
Bugger Fly Co. has several different models that are available
for purchase or to rent for the day.

This is an exciting fishery and will put your fly fishing skills to the
test under it's bright sunny skies. Trout do feed on the surface throughout
the day, but the bigger fish constantly gorge on sub-surface nymphs and scuds that are
abundant in this system. Feeding lies during the warm months are easy to detect.
When the water temperatures reach into the high 50's-60's, the trout become very
active and move into the faster cooler water.

Worley
Bugger Fly Co. offers a Professional Guided Fly-Fishing wade trip
to these wonderful destinations for one and two anglers. The day will start early at our fly shop in Ellensburg, where your
guide will address the key issue of the day. Here, he will discuss and advise you on the area we will be traveling
to along with flies and other accessories that will be vital for your
success throughout the day.

If you enjoy
fly-fishing on secluded, un-crowded waters these are some
great places to spend the day.

Guided Tour Details

Cost

$450.00 per
day

A minimum of two required.

All Flies Are
Provided.

Streamside Lunch
For Each Guest.

Transportation to and from the Desert Creeks is available at no additional cost.

Desert Creeks

Our
professional guiding team and pro shop staff constantly monitor stream
and fishing conditions throughout Central and Eastern Washington. If you have any
questions about our professional services or the many fly fishing
adventures we offer, please feel free to contact us toll
free-(888)-950-FISH (3474). We will be happy to answer any
questions that you
may have.

We look forward to hearing from you and showing you the splendor of
Washington's desert streams.